Rain is forecast again for the Region of Murcia this week, but also plenty of sunny spells Murcia weather forecast, Tuesday October 15   The Spanish State Meteorological Agency (Aemet), Spain’s Met Office, forecasts that the weather in Murcia this coming week will be somewhat cloudy with some rain showers at the beginning of the week, but also with plenty of sunny spells.   Night-time temperatures for the week will be around..

From Macrame to Spanish for foreigners, from yoga to ballroom dancing, broaden your horizons at the Banco del Tiempo in San Javier! The ever-popular “time bank” returns to the municipality of San Javier in November for it s20th season, an initiative in which members of the community offer their time and expertise to give a number of courses to anyone interested in taking up a hobby or widening their knowledge in a huge range of carrying fields..

Go along to the events in Los Alcázares and Puerto de Mazarrón to learn more about ASSSA ASSSA celebrates its traditional Open Weeks in October, an event created with the intention of getting closer to policyholders and interested parties.   ASSSA is a company with more than 80 years of experience in providing quality healthcare. It has a large number of branches located in different parts of the country, offers customer service in..

It’ll be a settled weekend’s weather in Murcia, but more rain is expected at the beginning of next week As the rest of Spain picks up the pieces following the arrival of Storm Kirk this Wednesday, the Region of Murcia can expect its usual mix of sunny skies and temperate weather in the run-up to the weekend.   The latest prediction from the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet) forecasts dry conditions for Friday, Saturday and Sunday..

Is there life in the ol’ gal yet or is this just another plan that will fail to get off the ground?   Since it closed in 2019 to make way for the shiny new Region of Murcia International Airport in Corvera – an inauguration which unfortunately coincided with global restrictions on international travel due to the Covid-19 pandemic – many plans have been made for repurposing San Javier Airport, few of which have come to fruition.  ..

The underground parking spot caught fire this Monday   On Monday October 7, the garage of a building in the northern part of La Manga del Mar Menor burst into flames, and needed to be extinguished by firefighters.   A fire crew from the Consorcio de Extinción de Incendios y Salvamento and another from Cartagena were quickly on hand to put out the flames, which threatened to spread up through the building.   According to the..

The new park, in the centre of Santiago de la Ribera, will open this November The Príncipe Asturias Park in Santiago de la Ribera, San Javier, is undergoing a stunning transformation, and the finishing touches are being applied ahead of the grand opening in November.   Mayor José Miguel Luengo and Councillor for Public Services, María Dolores Ruiz, visited the site on Monday October 7 to inspect the progress.   With just one..

We will have our share of the rain this week, but less than in most of Spain Murcia weather forecast, Friday October 11   While much of Spain will be subject to rain as a byproduct of Hurricane Kirk this week, Murcia will escape mostly unaffected – that is, until the weekend – according to the latest forecast from the Spanish State Meteorological Agency (Aemet).   Temperatures will take a bit of a dip midweek, leaving maximums..

The next few months in Spain should be warm, and drier than usual in parts that normally get more rain After a summer marked by extreme heat and significant rainfall in some parts, Spain is set to experience a warmer-than-usual autumn in 2024, according to the State Meteorological Agency (Aemet).   The forecast for October, November and December suggests that the south and east of the country will see higher temperatures, continuing..

Murcia’s airport gained passengers compared to 2023, but continues to fall short of pre-pandemic figures The Region of Murcia International Airport, located in Corvera, registered a total of 121,781 passengers in August, the month with the highest tourist flow of the year, which added to the figures for the previous seven months, gives a total of 638,374 passengers in 2024 so far.   Although these figures represent an increase compared..

Six municipalities in Murcia have joined the programme set up by the Regional Ministry of Health to guarantee tobacco-free beaches The Playa del Rihuete in Mazarrón is a smoke-free beach   We all know that smoking is bad for you and those around you, but it is also bad for the environment, especially on beaches where cigarette butts can be washed into the sea and pollute the water.   For this reason, the Region of Murcia was..

Many countries including Spain could become “uninhabitable” in the next decade if current emissions and global warming trends continue Scientists are sounding the alarm about a potential new Ice Age in Europe, caused by the possible collapse of the North Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC). A study from the University of Copenhagen and the Niels Bohr Institute in Norway, published in the scientific journal ‘Nature Communications..

Sports equipment, golf clubs and musical instruments all have their own special rules – and extra charges With dozens of world-renowned courses, Spain is a true golf paradise, and many holidaymakers plan on getting in a round or two during their trip. These days, more and more people choose to bring their own clubs with them rather than hiring them on the costas, simply out of preference for using their own gear.   But golf clubs..

Top things to consider when looking for a health insurer in Spain Its climate, gastronomy and culture means that many people decide to move to Spain and have good quality health insurance that also meets the requirements for obtaining the Visa and Residence permit. But do you know what to look out for when choosing a good company? Here are some key factors:   Multilingual attention: The health insurance company must have a multilingual..

People who still hold on to an old 'Green Certificate' style paper residency document could face lengthy delays at airports this year The Living in Spain page of the GOV.​UK website has been updated to reflect new advice for British citizens resident in Spain with regards to crossing in and out of the European Union.   Specifically, the Foreign Office has new information for British residents in Spain on the introduction of the EU..

Sonrisas Harmony are an all-ladies A cappella Chorus based in Los Alcázares, Murcia In September 2022, fifteen ladies living in the Region of Murcia who loved to sing got together to form a social club, and Sonrisas Harmony was born. Since then, this all-ladies A cappella Chorus has gone from strength to strength, and has grown to over 30 members from a variety of different countries.   The Musical Director of Sonrisas is Valerie..

Set sail on a naval adventure in San Javier this autumn Discover the majesty of the seas at the San Javier Museum's Model Ship Exhibition, opening on Thursday September 26 at 8pm and running through November.   Marvel at the intricate details of two stunning model naval ships: the Queen Regent and the Francisco Torres Haro. This unique exhibition is a must-see for maritime enthusiasts and families alike.   Exhibition Dates: September..

Unleash your creativity in San Javier this October with classes for all ages Get ready to express yourself and tap into your artistic side with the exciting Theatre, Dance and Painting workshops offered by the Department of Culture of the San Javier Town Hall this October.   The series of workshops begins on October 1 but there are only a few places left so if you’re interested, you’ll need to register fast!   These classes..

The free concerts will be held in the foyer of San Javier Town Hall   Enjoy an unforgettable musical experience in San Javier this October. The Fall Music Festival is a two week celebration of guitar music, featuring three intimate concerts and two Master Classes that promise something for everyone.   The concerts, which will be held in the foyer of the Town Hall, are all completely free and no prior booking is required.   Three..

Moonwalk towards a good cause at this unique La Manga del Mar Menor charity event Join Esther Olmos López on Saturday November 16 at 10am at the La Manga del Mar Menor Sports Centre for a Michael Jackson dance workshop like no other.   Not only will you learn to dance to the iconic beats of the King of Pop himself, but you'll also be supporting a great cause. All proceeds from the workshop will benefit Doctors Without Borders and..

There are now buses connecting Cartagena, La Manga, Torre Pacheco and Los Alcázares The new bus system came into effect across the Region of Murcia on Friday December 3 and included in the new plan are several remodelled routes in the Cartagena and Mar Menor area which aim to provide better public transport connections for residents all year round.   Movibus is the name of the new system, which is made up of new green buses which have..